This vintage moulded bamboo serving bowl features a charming mid-century tropical banana plantation scene, originally produced as an Australian souvenir piece associated with Coffs Harbour, NSW. The base includes printed educational text about bananas (“Genus Musa”) and credits K. V. Lymbery, reflecting the era’s fascination with novelty tableware and eco-style materials. Made in Taiwan, this piece dates to around the 1960s–1970s and has a warm natural bamboo tone with softly faded green imagery, making it perfect for display, serving fruit, salads or as a decorative retro kitchen accent.
Dimensions:
28 cm x 28 cm x 5.5 cm high
Approx. 11″ x 11″ x 2.2″
⚙️ Condition:
Vintage – used. General age-related wear, surface marks and light staining consistent with age and use. No cracks or structural damage observed. Please review all photos for full condition details.
📋 Item Specifics:
Material: Moulded bamboo fibre
Era: Mid-century (circa 1960s–70s)
Origin: Designed in Australia, made in Taiwan
Theme: Bananas, tropical, Australiana
Type: Serving bowl / tray / decorative dish
📸 Please see all photos for full details and condition.
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